Statements by two leaders in opposite hemispheres could help explain an announcement Tuesday that Infosys Ltd., the Indian outsourcing giant, will hire 10,000 American workers over the next two years. We believe jobs should be offered to American workers firstand. This will be the last year when we can be ahead of the curve in technology … Two years …

  Finally, thankfully, the first 100 days of the Trump presidency have passed. This meaningless standard for judging a president can now fade into oblivion, where it belongs, and where it will remain for at least another four years. Maybe the passage of the 100-day mark will allow both the president and those who write about him (which includes, of …

  In the latest attempt to strengthen his grip on power, the beleaguered Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has ordered for writing a new constitution. The socialist leader’s call for a constitutional assembly has further angered his opponents whose relentless campaign to oust him has brought hundreds of thousands into the streets demanding his removal. The move comes two days after …

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure Development, stressed that maritime transport in Dubai is witnessing major international development, while highlighting the fact that the UAE’s maritime transport sector is considered the hub of international maritime trade in the Arab Gulf and West-Asia in terms of port capacity and development. During his speech …

  Ajman / WAM Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) has set up a representative office in the Cypriot capital, Nicosia, aimed at strengthening investment co-operation between the AFZ and Nicosia. “Ajman Free Zone has opened its doors to Cypriot investments with promising opportunities in an encouraging environment with the laws and facilities offered by the emirate, which will lead to strong partnerships …

  Abu Dhabi / WAM General Manager of the Abu Dhabi City Municipality, (ADCM) Musbbah Mubarak Al Murar, and senior officials of the municipality, have opened a new customer service centre dedicated to assisting customers on the move. The centre, which is situated beside the head office of the municipality, gives clients the convenience of being served and having their transactions processed …

  Dubai / WAM The Dubai Health Authority (DHA), on Tuesday launched a social fund programme which aims to support staff members in need. The DHA’s Human Resources Department launched the programme in light of the President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, announcing 2017 as the “#Year of Giving” in the UAE. The initiative aims to create a …

  Dubai / Emirates Business As part of its participation under the ‘Incredible India’ banner, India Tourism showcases the immense tourism potential of the country – both business and leisure travel – during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2017 which was held from April 24-27 in Dubai. A total of 24 participants from India, representing the diversity of Heritage, Nature, …

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The UAE pays significant attention to its indigenous heritage, following the steps of its late founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan, who instilled a passion for local heritage and national treasures among Emirati citizens. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces …

  Abu Dhabi / WAM UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan met He Lifeng, Chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China, to discuss possibilities for joint co-operation. HH Sheikh Abdullah, who is on a state visit to China, emphasised the UAE’s determination to strengthen ties …